Village Expedition in Yala By Tuk-Tuk from Hambantota Harbor
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the rural village of Yala by tuk-tuk and peep into the life of the villagers. During this tour you will witness the day-to-day activities of the villagers; their livelihood and natural sceneries there. Experiencing the village life in Yala with Beyond Escapes Team will be and remarkable experience during your visit in Sri Lanka.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You should wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
At least 02 people are required for this activity to take place.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Pick-up and drop-off in Hambantota harbor
All Government taxes
Bottled water during sightseeing
Cost of the activities and sites visit
Meals
Expenses of personal nature
Gratuities (recommended)
What To Expect
08:30 am - You will be picked up from the passenger pier at Hambantota harbor by air-conditioned vehicle and then proceed to the starting point of village expedition. 09:45 am - Once arrived to the starting points, you will be welcomed by your tuk-tuk guide whom you will be guided. Tour begins by exploring the bat nest area and then proceed to see most scenic lakes in the area. You will be able to enjoy a Tuk ride around the lake. After visiting lakes, you will be moved to see clay pot making house where pots are made by villagers. There you can learn the intricate art of Sri Lankan pottery from expert artisans and make your own clay pot on a traditional wheel, as a special souvenir. Afterwards, you will be taken to a village house to see the lifestyle of rural villagers. Witness the daily chores of the villagers; rice fields and vegetable gardens during your visit. You will also be able to taste a cup of Ceylon tea made by the village women. On happy stomachs, you will say goodbye to your new friends in this rural village and head to the tour starting points. 12:00 pm - When finished the village exploration in Yala by tuk-tuk, you will be transferred back to the Hambantota harbor. 13:30 hrs - You will be dropped-off at the passenger pier in Hambantota harbor.
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Village Expedition in Yala By Tuk-Tuk from Hambantota Harbor
Pickup included
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brilliant authentic experience
Christine G,
Jan 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Brilliant authentic experience with our wonderful local guide Nalin. We visited local people in their businesses including Curd making, traditional pottery, honey making, salt farm plus a tuk tuk tour of Yala ,the lakes and surrounds with a local farmer. This was terrific and we loved what we saw . This is a large rice growing area. We saw buffalo ,peacocks, birds and plenty of cattle on the roadsides. The absolute highlight was being welcomed into Nalins home to how local people live and meet his lovley family. We enjoyed curd with the honey plus Nalin gave us freshly picked king coconut water from his garden and one of the best cups of ceylon tea I have ever had. I cannot recommend more highly this truly authentic tour with our guide Nalin as he made it even.more special for us.
Hambantota Tuk Tuk Cruise Ship Excursion THE BEST!!
Kim L,
Apr 30, 2024
- Viator
5.00Great experience from start to finish! Our cruise ship docked in Hambantota and our tour guide, Manju, was on the pier to pick up our group of 8 ahead of schedule. The tour operator and Manju were prompt with communication, professional and polite. While I know you can't always pick your guide, Manju was amazing. His English is fluent and his knowledge of the area, history and sites made the experience even better. The 40 minute drive (in our private and very clean van) to Tissa was comfortable and easy. Our 4 TukTuk drivers were waiting for us and gave us a relaxing, educational and fun tour around town. We wanted immersive and that is exactly what this tour offers. Overall, GREAT experience! Thank you!!!
Very interesting and informative!
John A,
Feb 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00We had a delightful Tuk Tuk tour of the very interesting lake and water reservoir! The guide provided detailed English descriptions of the temples and landmarks. His English and driving was excellent! Note that it was a one hour bus ride to the Tuk Tuk in Yala.
Tuk tuk from cruise harbor to local village
John E,
Dec 18, 2023
- Viator
5.00Our driver (sorry forget his name) was fabulous. We told him we’d already been on a Yala and Udawalwa safari, so he stuck to the local sights, showed us fruit bats hanging in the trees and stopped at roadside stands so we could taste local fare: Roti & Dahl, Ceylon tea, chili cookies, curd from water buffalo milk sweetened with coconut honey (yummm so good) and lastly king coconut juice and the flesh (only grown in Sr Lanka) and corn on the cob. It took 3 transfers from safari jeeps to get to the tuk tuk, but it was so worth the trip. Felt completely safe and catered to, it was so great! Thank you to everyone involved!!
Not good
Lambert H,
Nov 30, 2023
- Viator
2.00We were going with 3 tuk tuk 6 (people ) ( that is not privat ) gid in our tuk tuk that wast Nice for the rest we did end feel a village atmosphere at all
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